Item Description This is an exquisite antique Aka-e Kutani vase featuring an elaborate Kabuki Hayashi (theatrical music ensemble) design. The vase showcases the renowned Kutani ware craftsmanship with its vibrant red overglaze enamel decoration and gold accents, characteristic of the Aka-e Kutani style. The vase depicts a dynamic Kabuki scene with musicians performing traditional Japanese theater accompaniment. The meticulously hand-painted decoration demonstrates the exceptional skill of Kutani artisans, with fine details rendered in rich red pigments and enhanced with gilding. The scene captures the energy and pageantry of Kabuki performance, featuring figures in traditional costumes engaged in musical performance. Kutani ware, originating from Ishikawa Prefecture, is celebrated for its bold color palette and intricate painting techniques. The Aka-e (red picture) style emphasizes brilliant red and gold decorations, creating a luxurious and eye-catching aesthetic that has been prized by collectors for centuries. This piece comes with its original wooden storage box, indicating its value and careful preservation. The vase serves both as a functional flower vessel and as a striking decorative object that embodies the artistic heritage of Japanese ceramic tradition. Its elegant form and masterful decoration make it an excellent addition to any collection of Japanese antique ceramics or Asian art. Size Height: 29 cm Width: 15 cm Depth: 15 cm Weight 938 g Condition The vase is in good vintage condition with minor signs of age and use. Some slight wear and minor surface marks are present, consistent with an antique piece of this age and type. NOITICE: The lot will be carefully packaged and sent by Japan Post, DHL or FedEx depend on the situation. It takes about 3 weeks to receive normally. Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost. These charges are the buyer's responsibility. Sometimes Customes or delivery company in your country contact you for Customs clearance via phone or email. Please make sure that you could answer the phone. If you don't, the parcel will return to me and it cost more double shipping fee for reshipping. I appreciate your cooperation.